REMOVAL - TM-9-2320-269-34-10837

TM 9-2320-269-34-1

FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY - CONTINUED

ACTION

LOCATION

ITEM

REMARKS

WARNING

It is very important that the vehicle is firmly supported and balanced before you begin to maintain the front

axle. If the truck is not properly supported with trestles, it could fall and crush you.

REMOVAL

Two U-bolt seats

Four U-bolts (3),

Position dolly-type jack under

axle

(1) and front

eight washers (4),

(2), and raise axle slightly.

axle (2)

and nuts (5) b.

Position two trestles under frame,

and raise to support vehicle.

Remove jacks from axle (2).

Using 1 1/8-inch deep well socket,

and ratchet handle with 3/4-inch

drive, unscrew and take off.

Two front spring

Two U-bolt seats (1) Take off.

assemblies (6)

Front axle (2)

Using dolly-type jack, lower axle (2) and

take out from under vehicle.

Front axle (2)

Castor wedge (7)

Take off and note angle.

CLEANING

NOTE

For more information on how to clean parts, go to General Maintenance Instructions (page 2-46).

WARNING

Solvent burns easily. Solvent fumes can explode. Do not smoke or allow open flame nearby when using

solvent. Failure to observe these precautions could cause serious injury or death.

Front axle (2)

Clean with drycleaning solvent.

Wipe dry with clean, dry rags.

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